Glen Howie

Fifteen internet service providers have received approval for their projects. read more >

The federal National Telecommunications and Information Administration approved the plan. Two steps remain for it to be enacted. read more >

Arkansas plans to submit a revised broadband proposal nearly a month early, but advocates worry the policy changes have undermined years of preparation. read more >

Arkansas was nearing the finish line of a plan to connect 99% of unserved locations — then came new federal rules. Now, rural advocates fear the changes will force communities to settle for subpar service. read more >

The state will have to rescind grants awarded through the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment program for a fresh bidding round. read more >

Arkansas state government should consider stepping up its rural broadband efforts. read more >

The proposal details Arkansas’ plans for operating its broadband infrastructure grant program, requirements for potential applicants and non-deployment priorities. read more >

Facing a lack of internet access in rural Arkansas, electric cooperatives had the existing infrastructure and interest in customer satisfaction to lead the charge in broadband deployment. read more >

The State Broadband Office is taking public comment on broadband needs in Arkansas. read more >

With over $1B from the BEAD program, Arkansas stands to build out internet infrastructure in rural areas and finally close the state’s digital divide. read more >

A new proposed new state funding formula would route broadband grants only to internet service providers that can cover 25% of the upfront costs, possibly leaving out smaller providers. read more >

He comes to the state Commerce Department from "one of the most highly regarded broadband offices in the country.” read more >